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5. Demystifying Autoregulation: The Science and Art of Adjusting Training Intensity


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Autoregulation is a game-changer when it comes to achieving optimal results in your workouts. It involves dynamically adjusting your training intensity based on your performance, rather than sticking to a rigid plan.

By using a subjective rating scale, known as the Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE), you can select the appropriate training load to maximize your gains.

But why is autoregulation so important? Well, it's because strength and fatigue levels can vary from day to day. By autoregulating your training, you can adapt to your body's current state, ensuring that you're pushing yourself enough without risking burnout or injury. It's all about finding that sweet spot where you're challenging yourself, but not crossing the line into overexertion.

Today, we'll uncover the ins and outs of autoregulation and how it can revolutionize your training routine. We'll discuss the benefits of rest, the dangers of overshooting sets, and why going to failure isn't always necessary for strength gains.

Join us as we delve into the world of autoregulation and discover how this powerful tool can take your training to new heights. So grab your headphones, find a comfortable spot, and get ready for another episode of the Strong AF Podcast. Let's do this!


00:01:31 Adjusting training intensity based on performance fluctuations.

00:05:20 One rep max tests can be invalid. Basing training off of them is not ideal.

00:08:06 Auto regulate your training using various methods.

00:10:27 RPE: Perceived exertion for effective strength training.

00:26:40 Use RPE to gauge load accurately.

00:33:35 Standard warm-up improves consistency in training.

00:42:58 New programs launching soon


RPE is a valid and reliable way to measure training

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